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OY53 VCE

2003 Smart City Pure 61 Semi-auto

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2015
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

41,786 mi
Last recorded41,786 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2014
Typical for 2003 Smart City Pure 61 Semi-auto48,492 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY53 VCE
MakeSmart
ModelCity Pure 61 Semi-auto
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2014 41,786 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 39,731 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2013 39,731 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 18 Apr 2012 31,322 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 25,644 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 13,809 miles

How Reliable is the Smart City Pure 61 Semi-auto?

Based on 4,040 MOT tests across 270 vehicles.

71.4%
Pass Rate
3,857
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
270
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 133
Stop lamp not working 117
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 101
Headlamp aim too low 98
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 90
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OY53 VCE is a 2003 Smart City Pure 61 Semi-auto in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2003 Smart City Pure 61 Semi-auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 48,492 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart City Pure 61 Semi-auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 133 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OY53 VCE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart City Pure 61 Semi-auto typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Smart City Pure 61 Semi-auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was OY53 VCE registered?

OY53 VCE is a 2003 Smart City Pure 61 Semi-auto, first registered on 30 October 2003.

Is OY53 VCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for OY53 VCE shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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